A Vintage Marvel: The Porsche 356 Speedster Replica
Imagine a classic on wheels, the epitome of vintage charm with a modern twist. Yes, we’re talking about the Porsche 356 Speedster replica. This isn’t your everyday dream car. It was lovingly pieced together back in February 1978 by Automobili Intermeccanica and lived a serene life with its previous owner for about four decades! Fast forward to 2024, this rolling piece of history found a new caretaker and underwent a road-ready renaissance.
This beauty boasts a 2,110cc air-cooled flat-four engine paired with a manual four-speed transaxle. And if you’re into color symphony, feast your eyes on the striking brown over brown vinyl upholstery. Beauty isn’t just skin-deep, it comes fully loaded with 15″ steel wheels, front disc brakes, a Kadron-style dual carburetor kit, and an exquisite Italvolanti Formel steering wheel.
More eye-catchers include the Talbot Berlin-style side mirror, a single grille decklid, teardrop taillights, and those irresistible body-color bumpers with polished overriders and rub strips. Offered without reserve, it comes with a bonanza of features: convertible top bows, a black top boot, and beige side curtains coupled with a clean Wisconsin title listing it as a 1984 reconstructed car.
Deep Mocha Magic
Built from a fiberglass bodywork adorned in a Deep Mocha gelcoat, this replica showcases Intermeccanica and Speedster badging, reinforcing its prestigious lineage. Its styling includes a side mirror akin to the famous Talbot Berlin, teardrop taillights, and polished bumper details that make it pop on any tarmac. The package is almost perfect, minus the soft top. But hey, you get a black top boot and beige canvas side curtains as a consolation prize. Dive into the gallery below to get the lowdown on its exterior condition.
On Chassis and Performance
If a car is defined by its wheels, then our protagonist is a work of art on 15” steel wheels, flaunting polished trim rings and chrome hubcaps. These sit snugly on 165/80 Nexen SB-802 tires, born in 2024. Safety upgrades? Consider it done. The brake master cylinder, hoses, front rotors, pads, and rear shoes got a healthy refresh in 2025. Looking for something mainstream yet extraordinary? Perhaps the Peugeot Bipper or Opel Cascada suit your flair.
Inside the Cabin
Saddle up on the fixed-back bucket seats, covered in refined brown vinyl stretching effortlessly across the door panels and rear parcel shelf. The interior setup offers an adjustable-height rearview mirror, lap belts, and a handy passenger grab handle. The Istinguishing detail? The Italvolanti Formel steering wheel fronts a series of gauges including a central tachometer, 150-mph speedometer, and others for monitoring voltage and fuel level.
Fact: The five-digit mechanical odometer captured a riveting 41k miles to date.
The Heart of the Beast
Under the hood, the 2,110cc air-cooled flat-four engine beats with power, handled through a Kadron-style dual carburetor kit and a Monza-style exhaust with heater boxes. The spark plugs, ignition wires, points, and condenser were all given a new lease on life. Our carburetors got a facelift in 2025.
Interesting: Oil seepage from the valve covers and pushrod tubes—it adds character, doesn’t it?
Ready to Roar
Power lovers rejoice! The four-speed manual transaxle ensures every drive is an experience. Registered in Wisconsin as a 1984 Reconstructed beast, the VIN hints at its enduring legacy and ties back to a February 1978 birth.
Automobili Intermeccanica labels have been documented in this alluring gallery entry.